August weather forecastSoldotna, AK
August
Weather in August
The weather in August brings a slight decrease in temperature from July's peak. Moreover, rainfall further increases to a high of about 2.56" (65mm) for the month making it the wettest in the year. Despite the rain, it is a prime season for outdoor pursuits with lush, vibrant landscapes displaying Alaska's natural beauty. August winds down the summer, with nature's riot of colors painting a picturesque portrait of Soldotna throughout the month.Temperature
The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) from July's 65.1°F (18.4°C). In August, Soldotna reports a consistent average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) during the nights.Humidity
In Soldotna, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Soldotna, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Soldotna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through August are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Soldotna, the average length of the day in August is 15h and 36min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 9:10 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Soldotna, the average sunshine in August is 8.3h.UV index
In Soldotna, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in August translates into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average high temperature in August: 63°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 49.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average pressure in August: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).
Average rainfall in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average daylight in August: 15h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average cloud cover in August: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in August
Soldotna, AK
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (4mi).
